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We created the '''[[Screamer Wiki]]'''  (originally known as the '''ScreamerChecker Wiki''' on [[Wikipedia:Fandom (website)|FANDOM]] (also known as Wikicities and later Wikia) on November 11, 2013, now migrated to [[wikipedia:MediaWiki|MediaWiki]] in August 2019) that brings people over shared experiences and gives everyone else a safe place to belong. Our rules ensure everyone can express themselves and find community, but not at the expense of anyone else.<br>


'''REMEMBER''': Always follow the rules. If you violate any of these rules, you will get a warning. If you repeat two more times, you will be banned from the wiki. If you vandalize the wiki, you will be banned without any warning.
'''REMEMBER''': Always follow them below. If you violate any of these guidelines, our Terms of Service, or our other policies, you will receive a warning. If you repeat two more times, you will be banned. However, if you come across a user, message, or server that appears to break any of these rules, please report it to us.


=='''Creating and editing pages'''==
==Creating and editing pages==
# Avoid using scary images, videos, or ''clickable links'' that lead directly to the screamer website. Instead, use ''non-clickable links'', or links that can't be clicked on. For example, '''ScaryScreamer.com'''.
* Do not post, upload, request, or link to anything that is [[Screamer_Wiki:Rules/Illegal_Content|illegal in the United States]]. If you do, you will be reported to law enforcement.
# Use either the [[Special:Forum|forum]], discussions, the chat, or your user blog to communicate with other users. Do not create pages that are out of subject, or you will get a warning.
* Avoid using scary images, Not Safe For Work images, videos, or ''clickable links'' that lead directly to a screamer or shock site. Instead, use ''non-clickable links''. For example, '''ScaryScreamer.com'''.  
# Use [https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/grammar correct grammar] and spelling, write in American English. ''If this rule is violated, your account won't get banned. For other wiki languages, visit the [[Screamer Wiki:Languages|Languages]] page.''
* Use either the [https://forums.screamer.wiki forum], user talk pages, or user subpages to communicate with other users. Do not create pages that are out of subject, or you will get a warning.
# The page name must always be the '''name of the screamer''', without '''www.''' or '''http:// '''. For example, ''ScaryScreamer.com'', and '''not''' ''<nowiki>http://www.ScaryScreamer.com</nowiki>''. The name's capitalization [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capitalization_in_English#When_to_capitalize may be changed to title case] if necessary.
* Use [https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/grammar correct grammar] and spelling, and write in American English.
# Do not delete, blank or replace the content of a page. 
* The page name must always be the '''name of the screamer''', without '''www.''' or '''https:// '''. For example, ''ScaryScreamer.com'', and '''not''' ''<nowiki>http://www.ScaryScreamer.com</nowiki>''. The name's capitalization [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capitalization_in_English#When_to_capitalize may be changed to title case] if necessary. Grammatical errors should '''not''' be corrected. On the page, you may add (sic) after the screamer's title if you wish in this case.
# Pages may be deleted if they are very small stub; for example, a page with just a link and "[Screamer name] is a [[screamer]]."
* Do not delete, blank, or replace the content of a page. If you want to delete a page, just add <nowiki>{{delete}}</nowiki> but keep the page intact.
* Users who spam or add false information on purpose will be immediately banned.
* Never ask someone to make a page you want instead of doing it by yourself, because it's incredibly lazy.


== '''Forums, discussions, live chat and user blogs''' ==
== Forums, Comments, and User Subpages ==
* Be respectful to others, no insults or discrimination will be tolerated.
===Overall===
* Do not post spam or clickable links to screamers to trick other users.
* Be respectful to others. No insults, racial slurs (except in the context of a screamer or shock site), harassment, discrimination, or inciting abuse will be tolerated. Users making credible threats or doxing may be reported to law enforcement.
* You can talk about anything you want.
** If other users are rude towards you, avoid insulting them in return and report them to an [[Screamer Wiki:Administrators|admin]].
* Copypastas may be deleted; obsessive use may get your account blocked.
** Ignore trolls, as giving them attention will only fuel their attempts to bug you.
* Posts may be edited or deleted if they violate the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Children's_Online_Privacy_Protection_Act COPPA]. If this happens, your account will not be banned.
* ​Do not post spam or clickable links to screamers to trick other users.
* Spamming and flooding are not allowed.
** This may include very low-quality comments (such as "jiaosdjfo")
* No advertising or begging.
** You may post about your own personal site, project, or screamer (e.g. "check out my website", "check out my screamer" or "I made a video explaining this screamer"), but you may not spam it. Other types of free advertising are completely forbidden (e.g. "Did you know you can get two Big Macs for the price of one only on the [[wikipedia:McDonald's|McDonald's]] app?").
* Comments and posts that have a heavy edge to them may be removed (e.g. "[[Suicide of Ronnie McNutt|Hey guys! I guess that's it.]]").
** The promotion of pedophilia or zoosadism (even if ironic) is not allowed.
** The glorification or memes of violence (e.g. suicide of any sort, mass shootings, etc.) are forbidden and will result in a permanent ban.
* Follow [[wikipedia:Law of the United States|United States law]]. If you break the law, we must report you to law enforcement.


== '''Comments section''' ==
===Forums and User Subpages===
* Be respectful to others, no insults or discrimination will be tolerated.
* Do not edit other people's posts or user pages unless the user is breaking a rule.
* Do not post spam or clickable links to screamers to trick other users.
* Necroposting is allowed and encouraged.
* Comments have to be related to the page you are commenting on.
* Copypastas may be deleted; obsessive use may get your account blocked.
* Comments may be edited or deleted if they violate the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Children's_Online_Privacy_Protection_Act COPPA]. If this happens, your account will not be banned.


== '''Second Accounts''' ==
===Comments===
* Do not use second accounts (sockpuppets) to break any of the other rules listed.
* Completely irrelevant comments may be removed.
* Do not use second accounts to circumvent a ban.
* Comments deemed to be spam or solely promotional will be deleted. Including a link to relevant content is permitted, but comments should be relevant to the post topic. Discussions about politics are not allowed on this wiki.
* Violation of these rules may result in both accounts being banned without warning.


== '''Good practices''' ==
== Activity outside Screamer Wiki ==
* Remove ''clickable links'' that go directly to the website and replace them with ''un-clickable links''.
* Do not act in a way that would reflect poorly upon Screamer Wiki or its users.
 
== Usernames and Alternate Accounts ==
* Do not create accounts with inappropriate usernames. Doing so will result in the account being banned. In this case, you can create a new account with a different name.
** Do not intentionally evade word filters or post-filters.
* Do not use alternate accounts (sockpuppets) to break any of the other rules listed.
* Do not use alternate accounts to circumvent a ban. Doing so will result in a permanent ban, so wait or appeal your current ban.
* Do not impersonate people. Doing so will result in a permanent ban.
* Screamer Wiki blocks [[Wikipedia:Open_proxies|open proxies]]. These bans are not intended to affect a normal user and those who already have accounts can still edit on Tor/VPNs. If you do not have an account, you must disable your Tor/VPN to create one.
 
== Good practices ==
* Remove ''clickable links'' that go directly to the website and replace them with ''non-clickable links''.
* Flag any photos or videos that contain a screamer with <nowiki>{{Delete}}</nowiki> to flag the file for deletion.
* Flag any photos or videos that contain a screamer with <nowiki>{{Delete}}</nowiki> to flag the file for deletion.
* If you see someone violating any of the rules, tell them by using this [[Rules#Templates and examples|template]] and fix the page.
* If you see someone violating any of the rules, tell them by using this [[Rules#Templates and examples|template]] and fix the page.
* If you see someone vandalizing the wiki, fix the page and contact an [[Screamer Wiki:Administrators|administrator]].
* If you see someone vandalizing or brigading, fix the page and contact an [[Screamer Wiki:Administrators|administrator]].
* If you see any grammatical or spelling mistakes, correct them.
* If you see any grammatical or spelling mistakes, correct them or add <nowiki>{{Cleanup}}</nowiki>.
* If you see any false information, correct it.
* If you see any false information, correct it.
* If there are missing categories, add them.
* If there are missing categories, add them.
* If you are creating pages that discuss adult and sensitive material, please add the <nowiki>{{ContentWarning}}</nowiki> template at the very top of the page first.
* If you see any articles (or portions) of articles that have been plagiarized, give credit of the portion to the original website (example: [[Jarsquatter#Spread|Jarsquatter]]) or delete the portion entirely.
* If you see any parts of an article that are uncited, cite them or add <nowiki>{{cite}}</nowiki>.
* Make sure articles follow the [[Screamer Wiki:Manual of Style|Manual of Style]].
* Remember, once on the internet, always on the internet. Don't post anything you'll regret later!
== Ban appeals ==
If you wish to challenge a ban, you may do so by submitting a ban appeal. This can be done by creating a message on your talk page or by sending an email to the appropriate parties. In your appeal, clearly state the reasons why you believe the ban should be lifted. It is important, to be honest and provide any relevant information or context to support your appeal.
Please note that ban appeals are not guaranteed to result in the lifting of the ban and that the final decision on the ban will be made by the administrator(s) who imposed the ban.


== '''Templates and examples''' ==
=== Ban forgiveness ===
* Here is an [[The Maze|example of good page]]; it contains images, pertinent info, links, a gallery, and is well structured.
Ban forgiveness is a way to appeal a ban after a certain amount of time has passed. This type of appeal is an admission that the ban was justified and a sincere apology for the actions that led to the ban.
* If you see someone breaking the rules, tell them in the comments. You can use this template.


[Username inserted here], please read the [[Screamer Wiki:Rules|Rules]] before editing. You have violated rule number [Insert rule number here]:
The process of ban forgiveness typically involves reaching out to the administrator(s) or moderator(s) who imposed the ban and expressing remorse for the actions that led to the ban. This could be done through a message on your talk page or through an email. It is important, to be honest and transparent about the reasons for the ban and to take responsibility for your actions.


<blockquote>''["Rule inserted here"]''</blockquote>
If the ban is lifted as a result of a ban forgiveness appeal, it is important to understand that this is a second chance and that any repeat of the behavior that led to the ban will result in further consequences. It is important to learn from the experience and to make changes to ensure that the ban will not be imposed again in the future.


[Say what is going to be removed].
== Minimum Age ==
*Due to the wiki being hosted and created in the US, which severely follows [[wikipedia:Children's Online Privacy Protection Act|COPPA]] (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act), you must be at least 13 to post personal information.
**If you are under 13, you must not post any personally identifiable information (PII) that shows that you are under 13.
**Those who are acting in an immature way or, in other ways, do not appear to be old enough to responsibly contribute may be banned. This ban is appealable once you turn 13.


Thanks for contributing to the Screamer Wiki! —[Your username inserted here]
== Deleting Your Account ==
Accounts can never be deleted. The most you can do is ask an Admin for your account to be [[Wikipedia:Courtesy vanishing|vanished]].


'''Template made by [[User:Kianlolcat99|Kianlolcat99]].'''
== Templates and examples ==
* Here is a list of [[:Category:Featured Articles|good pages]]; they contain images, pertinent info, links, and galleries, are well structured, and follow the criteria on the [[Manual of Style]].


== '''Help Guides''' ==
== Help Guides ==
'''Are you a new user?''' If this is the case, the [[Screamer Wiki:Guides|Help Guides]] are here for you. These handy guides show you how to use the wiki more efficiently, from how to edit pages, to adding colors and changing fonts, to becoming a moderator or an admin.<br />
'''Are you a new user?''' If this is the case, the [[Screamer Wiki:Guides|Help Guides]] are here for you. These handy guides show you how to use the wiki more efficiently, from how to edit pages, to adding colors and changing fonts, to becoming a moderator or an admin.<br />


'''''Thank you for following the rules!'''''
<center><font color="yellow">'''Thank you for following the rules!'''</font></center>
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